History and Prehistory
in theNational Park System and theNational Historic Landmarks ProgramThe Thematic Framework

I. The Thematic Framework

IV. The American Revolution

This theme embraces the political and military conflict between the
"thirteen United States of America" and Great Britain, 1763-1783. In
addition to the military campaigns and engagements, it focuses on the
political events leading up to the revolution and the diplomatic moves
by the various parties to the conflict, as well as political and social
events during that era that were not directly related to the
Revolution.

A. Politics and Diplomacy, 1763-1783
B. The Declaration of Independence
C. War in the North
D. War in the South
E. War on the Frontier
F. The Naval War